Information Science and Engineering
₹1.5LManagement quota · /yr
45,000R3 cutoff
Verified 26 Apr 2026Tontadarya College of Engineering — Fees, Management Quota, Cutoffs, Placements 2026
Tontadarya College of Engineering (TCE), Gadag, is a private unaided engineering college established in 1997 under Shri Tontada Siddhalingeshwar Kalyan Kendra (STSKK), a charitable educational trust…
NAAC B
₹1.5L
ISE · Management quota
₹1.5L
Computer Science and Engineering · Management quota
68%
Placement · 2023-24
Facts
CollegeAndFees fact summary
- College
- Tontadarya College of Engineering
- Short name
- TCE
- City
- Gadag
- Page type
- College profile with management-quota section
- Admission year
- 2026-27
- Main routes
- KCET, COMEDK, Management Quota / Direct Admission
- Primary fee shown
- Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning): ₹1,50,000
- Fee label
- Annual fee
- Seat status
- Branch-wise verification required
- Last reviewed
- 26 Apr 2026
- Source status
- Counsellor verification required
- Canonical URL
- /colleges/tontadarya-college-of-engineering-gadag
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Fees · 2026-27
TCE fees
Annual fee by branch · 5 programmes
| Branch | Fee |
|---|---|
| Information Science and Engineering (ISE) Management quota · annual | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (CSE AIML) Management quota · annual | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) (CSE Cyber) Management quota · annual | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) (CSE DS) Management quota · annual | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI&ML) Management quota · annual | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
TCE management quota quick facts 2026-27
- Primary branch
- Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
- Verified fee
- ₹1,50,000
- Fee label
- Annual fee
- 4-year total
- ₹6,00,000
- Route
- KCET / COMEDK / Management Quota
- Documents
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets, ID proof, entrance score/rank if available
- Seat status
- Branch-wise verification required before payment
- Last verified
- 26 Apr 2026
- Source status
- Counsellor-verified fee row
- Parent verification
- Confirm receipt format, refund terms, and payment account before transfer
CollegeAndFees verified fee sheet, May 2026, is curated from official disclosures, admissions-office conversations, and completed admission confirmations. See why numbers differ.
Per-branch management-quota fees · 5 branches
| Branch | Fee |
|---|---|
| Information Science and Engineering Annual management-quota fee · 4-yr total ₹6,00,000 | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Annual management-quota fee · 4-yr total ₹6,00,000 | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) Annual management-quota fee · 4-yr total ₹6,00,000 | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) Annual management-quota fee · 4-yr total ₹6,00,000 | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
| Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Annual management-quota fee · 4-yr total ₹6,00,000 | ₹1,50,000 /yr |
Route comparison · KCET vs COMEDK vs management quota
KCET / KEALowest government-quota fee when the student has a qualifying Karnataka counselling rank.
COMEDKMerit counselling route for private engineering colleges, usually higher than KCET and lower than management quota.
Management quota / direct admissionBranch-specific fee and seat status must be verified before payment; use official receipts and institution payment channels.
Application process · mgmt quota
1Message a CollegeAndFees counsellor on
+917975193033 for current branch-wise availability and exact per-branch fee.2Submit application form + Class 12 marksheet + KCET or COMEDK rank card. If an NRI or sponsored route is applicable, sponsor documents may be required.
3Verify branch availability, official receipt format and refund policy before payment. Payment should go to the institution account.
4Pay year-1 tuition + ₹20K college-level other fee. Hostel + transport billed separately. Original docs deposited at admission.
Payment note: All published rates cover tuition only. Confirm branch-specific payment rules, receipt format, and refund terms with the admissions office.
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Placements · 2023-24
TCE placements
68%
₹3.5LAvg CTC
7.5 LPAHighest CTC
Placements at Tontadarya College of Engineering follow the standard pattern for Gadag's engineering ecosystem. The Training & Placement Cell coordinates campus drives across semesters 6-8, with pre-placement internships running in semester 5-7 summer windows.
Programmes · intake
Programmes & intake
Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
₹1.5LManagement quota · /yr
45,000R3 cutoff
Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
₹1.5LManagement quota · /yr
45,000R3 cutoff
Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
₹1.5LManagement quota · /yr
45,000R3 cutoff
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
₹1.5LManagement quota · /yr
45,000R3 cutoff
Cutoffs · 2024
TCE KCET cutoffs · 2024
BranchR1 GMMockR3 GM
ISE——45,000
CSE AIML——45,000
CSE Cyber——45,000
CSE DS——45,000
AI&ML——45,000
Admissions · 2026-27
TCE admissions
KEA (KCET) — Govt quotaCOMEDK UGETManagement Quota
Hostel · campus
Hostel
Hostel facilities at Tontadarya College of Engineering are organised across separate boys' and girls' hostel blocks with mess facilities, recreation rooms, common study areas, and 24x7 security. Room types range from triple-sharing (most common for first-year students) to twin-sharing and single rooms (typically reserved for senior students or by allocation merit). Hostel fees range approximately ₹65000-105000 per year, with mess fees typically charged separately or bundled depending on plan.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Scholarships available to students of Tontadarya College of Engineering span institutional, state-government, and central-government schemes. Institutional scholarships typically include merit-based fee waivers for top entrance ranks, need-based assistance for students with family income below ₹4-5 lakh per annum, and special-category awards for sportspersons, cultural artists, and exceptional academic performers.
Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Campus infrastructure at Tontadarya College of Engineering includes academic blocks for each engineering department, dedicated laboratories for branch-specific practical work (CSE programming labs, ECE electronics labs, Mech workshops, Civil materials-testing labs, Chemical…
10.05 ac
Campus area
Campus facilities
Boys HostelGirls HostelWiFi CampusLibraryCafeteriaLabsPlacement CellGym
Research
Research
Research activity at Tontadarya College of Engineering spans the institute's engineering departments, with faculty-led + student-supported projects across emerging and established areas.
Gallery
Gallery
Alumni
Alumni
The alumni network of Tontadarya College of Engineering spans engineering and tech industry professionals across India and globally, with concentrations in Gadag and metro tech hubs (Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Chennai, Kolkata).
FAQ
TCE FAQs
When was Tontadarya College of Engineering Gadag established and who runs it?
Tontadarya College of Engineering (TCE), Gadag was established in 1997 by His Holiness Late Jagadguru Dr. Tontada Siddhalinga Mahaswamiji under Shree Tontada Siddalingeshwar Kalyana Kendra (STSKK), a charitable trust registered on 26 February 1980 at the Assistant Charity Commissioner office in the Belgaum region. Governance is led by Chairman Sri M.B. Badni and Secretary Sri S.S. Pattanashettar, while Principal Dr. Mahesh M. Awati (Ph.D. Civil/Structural) has anchored academic continuity since 2014. The college is linked spiritually to Jagadguru Tontadarya Samsthana Math at Dambal-Gadag.
Is TCE Gadag affiliated to VTU and what are its accreditations?
Yes, TCE Gadag is permanently affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, with AICTE approval via Permanent ID 1-414751311 (EoA 2025-26 active). It holds NAAC Grade B accreditation with Institutional CGPA 2.46 and NBA accreditation for four branches: Civil, Electrical & Electronics (EEE), Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), and Electronics & Communication (ECE). NIRF 2025: not ranked in the top 300. KCET admission code is E028 and COMEDK code is E143.
Where is TCE Gadag located and how big is the campus?
TCE Gadag occupies approximately 10.05 acres (10 acres and 2 guntas) on NH-63 / Mundargi Road at Panchal Nagar, Kalyan Nagar, Gadag, Karnataka 582101 (Lat 15.422 N, Long 75.620 E). The nearest railway station is Gadag (about 3 km) and the nearest airport is Hubballi (about 60 km). The campus is an urban setting with the engineering college block, hostels, library, and specialised labs within a walkable footprint.
What B.E. branches does TCE Gadag offer and what are their intakes?
TCE Gadag runs seven UG B.E. branches under VTU/AICTE approval for 2025-26: Computer Science & Engineering (CSE, intake 120), Civil Engineering (60), Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE, 60), Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE, 30), Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science & Design (CSD), and Agricultural Engineering (intake 30). Historical disclosures mention 1,152 total sanctioned seats across programmes. Aggregator listings occasionally cite AI & ML or IoT/Cyber Security variants; candidates should verify branch availability each admissions cycle on tce.ac.in and COMEDK.
What M.Tech and postgraduate programmes are available?
TCE Gadag offers two M.Tech specialisations in the Department of Civil Engineering: Structural Engineering and Computer Aided Structural Engineering (CASE), each with a typical sanctioned intake of 18 seats. Admission is via Karnataka PGCET or GATE scores, and candidates need a B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or a cognate discipline. MBA is not offered, and MCA is not currently featured as an active programme at TCE Gadag.
What are the admission codes and how does the quota split work?
The KCET admission code for TCE Gadag is E028 and the COMEDK UGET code is E143. The typical seat-matrix split is approximately 45-50% KCET (Karnataka government merit quota via KEA counselling), 30% COMEDK (All-India private consortium), and 20-25% management/NRI quota administered directly by the college office. Candidates secure seats through the respective counselling rounds held between June and September each year.
What are the eligibility criteria and documents required for B.E. admission?
For B.E. admission, candidates must pass 10+2/PUC/II-PU with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Computer Science, scoring at least 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC) in the relevant cognate subjects, plus a valid KCET 2025 score with Karnataka domicile or a valid COMEDK UGET 2025 score. Required documents include PUC II marks card, CET admission ticket, allotment letter, Aadhaar, study/income certificates, caste certificate where applicable, and transfer/migration documents.
What is the fee structure at TCE Gadag for 2025-26?
Approximate annual tuition at TCE Gadag is Rs 97,825 for KCET government quota seats, Rs 1.5-2 lakh for COMEDK seats, and Rs 2-3 lakh per year for management quota seats (CSE/AIML variants at the upper end). Hostel and mess charges are separate at roughly Rs 50,000-80,000 per annum. Candidates should confirm the exact fee notification for the current cycle directly on tce.ac.in, COMEDK portals, and KEA notices before counselling rounds close.
Sources
Verification & sources
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